Bison Trail House: Rustic Cabin Retreat

Perfectly Located for Your Black Hills Adventure: Nestled between Keystone, Hill City, Rockerville, and Rapid City, our cabins provide the perfect home base for exploring the beauty of the Black Hills. With convenient access to popular attractions and easy navigation, Hillside Country Cabins is your ideal destination.

Bison Trail House: Rustic Log Cabin Retreat

Escape to a charming Black Hills cabin surrounded by peaceful pine forests and scenic mountain views. It is perfect for a relaxing South Dakota getaway. This studio-style cabin features a king bed, with additional sleeping options including a Queen sleeper sofa and a Pack ’n Play for added convenience.

Guests can enjoy a full bathroom, a well-equipped kitchen, and outdoor amenities such as outdoor furniture, a charcoal grill, and access to a community firepit. With frequent wildlife sightings and a serene natural setting, this cabin offers a perfect mountain escape near Mount Rushmore, Keystone, Hill City, and Custer State Park.

*35 mins to Custer State Park
*15 mins to Mount Rushmore National Memorial
*20 mins to Crazy Horse Memorial
*40 mins to Sylvan Lake
*15 mins to Needles Highway
*40 mins to Jewel Cave National Monument
*45 mins to Wind Cave National Park
*1 hr 15 mins to Badlands National Park
*45 mins to Black Elk Peak
*1 hr to Mammoth Site of Hot Springs

Community Outdoor Firepit
Wi-Fi
TV in Living Room
Charcoal Grill
Outdoor Tables & Chairs
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Coffee machine + Coffee grinder with complimentary local coffee beans
Premium 100% Cotton Sheets & Luxurious Bath Towels
Air Conditioning and Heating
Parking (free on premises)

Accommodation:
Studio-style cabin: King Bed
Additional Sleeping:
Queen Sleeper Sofa
Pack `n Play

Outdoor Living:
Step into an inviting outdoor space featuring comfortable furniture, a charcoal grill, and access to a community firepit. Surrounded by a serene natural setting with frequent wildlife sightings, this cabin offers a true mountain escape. Take in the breathtaking views as you wander along peaceful pathways or pause to enjoy a quiet, relaxing moment.

Indoor Living:
Inside, you’ll find modern comforts like Wi-Fi, a TV, and a cozy sleeper sofa that’s perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure. Spend quality time together with the provided board games, then refresh in the well-appointed bathroom featuring a toilet and shower. When it’s time to rest, settle into the comfortable king bed.

Fully Equipped Kitchen:
The kitchen is fully stocked with cups, bowls, plates, mugs, and silverware. Pots, pans, cooking utensils, and barbecue tools are also provided. A coffee machine with complimentary coffee adds to the convenience.

Other Amenities:
The cabin is equipped with a hair dryer, air conditioning, and heating to ensure a comfortable stay. You`ll enjoy the luxury of premium 100% cotton sheets, soft and thick bath towels, and complimentary toiletries. Upon arrival, we provide 3 rolls of toilet paper, 1 roll of paper towels, and a set of shampoo, conditioner, and a bar of soap.

**Please note that we do not offer mid-stay amenities or replenishments. These complimentary supplies are intended to cover shorter stays or help you settle in on your first day and are not designed to last for the entire duration of longer stays. We recommend bringing any additional items you may need for your stay.**

Pet Policy: (Please reach out to us to confirm if your pets are allowed)
-Dogs are welcome, except for puppies (less than 1 year old) and the following breeds: German Shepherd, Australian Shepherd, Belgian Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd, and ALL OTHER Shepherd breeds, as well as Pit Bulls, Border Collies, Huskies, Akitas, Alaskan Malamutes, Great Pyrenees, Bernese Mountain Dogs, and similar breeds or their related types.
-Cats are not permitted.
-Pets must weigh no more than 45lbs. (Approval will still be determined based on the breed`s typical weight range)
-A pet fee PER PET is required for a maximum of two pets.

Wi-Fi:
While our cabin`s rural location may present a different Wi-Fi experience compared to urban settings, we`ve taken steps to enhance connectivity. We`ve upgraded the property with fiber optic cable and installed signal amplifiers to boost the Wi-Fi signal. Despite being in a rural area, we`ve invested in top-notch Wi-Fi infrastructure to provide the best possible connectivity experience.

Parking:
Free parking on premises with designated areas for each cabin.

Practical Information:
4x4 is recommended or required during winter months.

Quiet Hours:
Quiet hours are observed from 10 PM to 7 AM to ensure a peaceful environment for all our guests. We kindly ask that you keep noise to a minimum during this time.

Cleanliness:
Hillside Country Cabins team’s commitment to cleanliness is unwavering. Between each guest, we meticulously mop floors, vacuum carpets, scrub kitchen and bathroom surfaces, replace shower liners, launder all bedding, bleach sheets and towels, and ensure everything is in its place before new guests arrive.

Cancellation:
Cancellation depends on the current VRBO cancellation policy. However, please note that if you cancel, a 4% processing fee will be charged to cover credit card processing and administrative costs.

Get in Touch:
Don`t hesitate to reach out to us whenever you need assistance. Please note that maintenance, except for emergencies, will be handled during regular business hours (8 a.m.–5 p.m.). We`re excited to welcome you to Rapid City and the surrounding area, ensuring a memorable stay at Hillside Country Cabins!

**Please note that this property is not ADA-compliant and does not include handrails or other accessibility features.**
Additional Rules

1. If issues arise during your stay, you`ll have to communicate promptly with us. Good communication between us (the host) and the guest is important for successful stays. You should respond to us (the hosts) within 24 hours when we are reaching out to resolve an issue.

2. It is a `must` to read the entire listing description and the house rules of our property. If, in this case, you DO NOT read over our listing description or house rules and are not comfortable with something that is clearly stated, we will uphold our cancellation policies.

3. No unregistered guests/visitors unless pre approved.

4. Please keep noise to a minimum after 10PM and always be respectful of the neighbors and other tenants in the building.

5. No parties or events unless previously organized in writing with the host. If there’s evidence of a party or event, there’ll be an additional charge of $200.

6. Pet Policy
6.1 We don`t allow cats, puppies (less than 1 year old) and the following breeds: Shepherd breeds, Pit Bulls, Border Collies, Huskies, Akita, Alaskan Malamute, Great Pyrenees, Bernese Mountain Dog. If any of these dog breeds is brought to the property and we find out then that will result in immediate eviction with no refund.
6.2 A pet fee PER PET is required. Please message us to let us know so that we can send a request for the deposit.
6.3 DOGS MUST BE ON A LEASH
6.4 Please clean up after your dog (pick up your dog`s poop)
6.5 No pets allowed on furniture or beds.

7. Follow state laws when using the fire pit. Please make sure not to leave fires unattended.

8. For noise complaints:
8.1 If we receive any noise complaints from neighbors a security guard will be called out to the property at a cost of $85 to guests for the first call out.
8.2. If security is called a second time during your stay, you will be charged a $250 fee and be removed from the premises with no refund of your stay.

9. Please be mindful of neighboring personal property such as swing sets. Do not let children play on or use this without prior written permission.

10. No smoking anywhere in this house. If we find evidence of smoking anywhere in the house you will be charged $250 for extra cleaning.

11. During the winter season, Guests are expressly prohibited from walking on the ice covering the pond, as this poses a significant safety hazard due to the potential for the ice to break. Additionally, swimming in the pond is strictly forbidden. The property owners shall not bear any liability for injuries or damages resulting from engaging in these prohibited activities.

Follow all check-out procedures:
- Check-out is at 10 AM (unless otherwise agreed upon).
- Wash dishes, and please put them on the drying rack before leaving.
- Place all towels and wash rags on the bathroom floor.
- Remove all trash from the cabin, including any food and condiments in the refrigerator. To dispose of your trash, please use the dumpster that is conveniently located near the cabin 11.

Note:
* Up to $200 extra cleaning fee may be charged if home is left unreasonably dirty and requires more work than usual to clean (for example: mud on the couches). All damages will also be charged to guests.

* Check out time is scheduled for 10:00 am on the day of departure unless previously agreed with the host. If the guest is more than 90 minutes late, the guest will be charged $100.

* Any costs incurred by the host as a result of a late check out will be passed on to you.